San Diego

May 30 - 31, 2020

Information for the 2019 Rock ‘n’ Roll San Diego Marathon & 1/2 Marathon is below. Additional information regarding the 5K on Saturday, June 1st can also be found below. Please note, information provided on this page is subject to change.

Some of San Diego’s most popular destinations will be open during Rock ‘n’ Roll San Diego! Please visit the alternate access routes section for the best driving routes to reach the San Diego Zoo, Balboa Park, Petco Park and the Hillcrest Farmer’s Market.

Community Information

Download a map and details about road closures and community access specific to your neighborhood!

Waze

Use the free Waze App on your smart phone for point to point directions on race day around road closures!

Be Aware. Plan Ahead

Drivers are encouraged to adjust travel time within and around the race course.

The Rock ‘n’ Roll San Diego Marathon & 1/2 Marathon and Saturday 5K will bring more than 30,000 runners and walkers to San Diego, in addition to tens of thousands of spectators, family and friends.

To get the most out of your weekend and minimize stress, be aware of the closure grid in your area and plan ahead for an alternate route or added travel time.

Join the festivities! San Diego residents are encouraged to visit the free Health & Fitness Expo at the San Diego Convention Center, volunteer during race weekend and/or line the course to cheer runners.

Th 5K will take place on Saturday, June 1 at Balboa Park. Most of the road closures will be inside the Park. Minimal closures will take place on 6th Avenue. Please see a full list of Saturday road closures.

Road Closures

Most road closures and detours on Sunday will be in effect between the hours of 5:00 am and 2:30 pm. At 5:00 am, Police and event personnel will implement a soft closure along the entire race course. The marathon and 1/2 marathon begin at 6:15 am. Streets will reopen on a rolling basis as soon as the last participant has passed and all course support materials have been removed. Please review the road closure grid and course map for more information. Residents and businesses located near the race course are urged to plan ahead and to be aware of road closure schedules and alternate access routes.

Freeway and Ramp Closures

On Sunday, freeway and ramp closures associated with the courses may impact your travel on race day. Please note, southbound SR-163 will remain OPEN to I-5. Freeway/ramp closures and times are subject to change. Please review our freeway and ramp closure grid for more information.

Road Closure Map

The below map outlines the road closures, highlights alternate routes and provides access information for popular destinations which will be affected by road closures during the race. Please click on the icons for information about road closure times and/or general access information.

Google Maps does NOT take into account the road closures on race day. To request assistance with alternate directions please contact the Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon Series community relations team by contacting [email protected].

Zoo/Balboa Park Institutions/Morley Field Facilities :

Continue on Park Blvd and turn left on Zoo Place to reach the San Diego Zoo

Petco Park: COMING SOON!

Click HERE for directions and a printable map!

Hillcrest Farmer’s Market: COMING SOON!

Click HERE for directions and a printable map!

Public Transportation Information

CAT Detour Information

MTS Bus & Trolley Detours

On Sunday, June 4, several MTS bus routes will be on detour. Please find detour information and plan your transit trip for that day, in advance, by visiting sdmts.com or to speak to a Customer Service Representative, please call 511 or (619) 557-4555.

No Parking

Streets along the race course will be marked with No Parking signs approximately 72 hours before the event. Vehicles in violation of posted No Parking signs will be ticketed and towed at the owners’ expense. Here is a full list of No Parking zones (coming soon).

For More Information

If your question is not answered on this website, please contact [email protected] so we may better assist you.